Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Agent to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, supplies, and services necessary for our operations. This role requires strong negotiation skills, a solid understanding of inventory management, and the ability to work effectively with various departments to ensure that production needs are met efficiently.
Duties
- Procurement and Vendor Management: Place purchase orders, negotiate with vendors, finalize purchase details, ensure vendor compliance, and communicate with vendors for smooth operations.
- Inventory and Demand Management: Review and implement inventory replenishment processes, forecast demand using historical data and market trends, and continuously improve forecasting methods to reduce errors.
- Cost and Market Analysis: Obtain market intelligence, develop cost comparisons and reports, control spending, and track key metrics to reduce expenses.
- Risk Management and Compliance: Perform risk management for supply contracts, test existing contracts, prepare control strategies for unfavorable events, and support audits.
- Collaboration and Process Development: Work with key stakeholders to ensure clarity of specifications, develop processes to capture business expenditures, and analyze data to foresee supplier-client negotiating abilities.
- Logistics Support: Assist with transportation planning to ensure timely shipment deliveries.
Requirements
- Fully Bilingual – both writing and speaking
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Management (Preferred)
- Proven experience in purchasing or procurement roles, preferably within food-related purchasing
- Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and materials management principles.
- Familiarity with logistics processes and supply chain management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and SAP
- Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong vendor relationships.
- Strong analytical skills to assess market trends and supplier performance.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments while managing multiple priorities effectively.
- A degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
Spices USA is an equal-opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply now and be part of our success story!